Myo Minded

07/16/2025

Congratulations on being a Myo Minded graduate miss Audrina!

It has been a pleasure to get to know you and be part of your journey. Watch out world, this little lady is a force to be reckoned with 💛

I’m not tearing up at all 😭

07/08/2025

As I grew up, my dad forced me to watch every Star Trek episode they have ever made. The medical bay was always one of my favorite parts-well, the medical bay and the Tribbles. I thought they had the coolest tools and were able to help patients in a flash.

After observing a Nightlase procedure several weeks ago, I thought, the imaginary tools abroad the enterprise were not too far off.

In my latest blog, I’m breaking down how laser therapy is changing the way I approach sleep apnea with my patients, while also embracing my nerdy side.

🖖🏼👽🛸

https://www.myominded.com/post/beam-me-to-sleep-scotty-engage-the-lasers-and-eliminate-snoring

06/24/2025

Stay cool and stay safe today with this heat!

Need a place to get out of the heat? Stay cool at these Cumberland County Cooling Centers. ☀️

Please note: Branch Creek Senior Center is closed on Wednesday 6/25 and Schaner Senior center is closed on Thursday 6/26.

06/19/2025

It is a rare day when I get the pleasure of meeting patients outside of our telehealth appointments. I’m so proud of all the hard work this young lady put into her therapy and I’m thrilled I could be there for her today. She is a rockstar ⭐️

Also a big thank you to her amazing doctor, Dr. Baird of Po Dentistry. She always has our patients best interest at heart while providing above and beyond care. We are lucky to have such a caring and knowledgeable provider practicing in our area.

03/01/2025

I think we can all agree oxygen is important to life, yet there is still an alarming amount of complacency when it comes to airway health.

Myofunctional therapy is functional health with a focus on airway and prevention when treated at a young age. It is never too late to address function but when treated early you significantly decrease the risk of future issues, such as sleep apnea, reduce the need for intense orthodontics and even increase brain development.

Here are 3 signs that your kiddos could be having airway issues and should not be ignored!

If this is familiar amongst your family, check out my website and schedule a complimentary consultation 💛

Is your little one having trouble sleeping? That might be a clue that they’re facing some breathing challenges. Here are three signs to look for that could i...

11/20/2024

Though common, identifying mouth breathing, as well as the underlining cause, is crucial in developing children. If left untreated, it can lead to abnormal dental and facial development, as well as long-term health concerns, including sleep apnea and dental concerns.

Read more by clicking the link below.

You've hear enough?

Schedule a no cost consultation with me if you notice habitual mouth breathing with your child or yourself to learn how retraining the muscles around your face and mouth can benefit you.

Mouth breathing can significantly impact dentofacial development, especially in children. When a child consistently breathes through their m

11/10/2024

A tiny chemical that is released in your nasal cavity could improve your cardiovascular health, fight off infection and affect how your brain functions.

It’s called nitric oxide.

Read about this chemical and how nasal breathing can help increase the positive effects throughout the body.

Nitric oxide's diverse functions in circulation, immune response, and cellular signaling make it an essential molecule for overall health.

10/27/2024

Does your child snore?

Learn about the harm that sleep disordered breathing can cause while children are developing and how myofunctional therapy can redirect growth in a positive way.

Contact me for more information or schedule an appointment to be evaluated 💛

Healthy facial development is significantly influenced by the position of the tongue.A tongue tie, or restrictive tissue beneath the tongue, can limit its movement. This restriction prevents the tongue from resting on the roof of the mouth, which is crucial for proper development. When children grow...

10/24/2024

It is never too late to improve your sleep, breathe easier and retrain your muscles.

05/17/2024

These key words may take you back to a previous biology class but don’t glaze over yet!

Our sympathetic nervous system prepares our body for strenuous physical activity. Think of our ancestors fighting to bring food back to their families. Probably pretty exhausting and dangerous! They were most likely breathing through their mouth during these times and that is understandable.

That being said, if we are breathing constantly through our mouth it triggers our body to be in a constant state of perceived danger. Not the ideal state to fall asleep in. I prefer my white noise and orthopedic pillow 😌

On the flip side-nasal breathing triggers our parasympathetic nervous system. This system triggers a calm state, reduces the heartbeat, muscles relax and digestion increases. This state is meant for sleeping.

So which breathing will you aim for this evening when you lay down?

05/05/2024